Adding Oil - DUROMAX DuroStar DS5000DX User Manual

Step 4 - Adding Oil
The generator requires engine oil to operate properly. The generator, when new from the package,
contains no oil in the crankcase
generator for the first time. This amount is equal to the oil capacity of the engine crankcase:
WARNING: Do not apply engine oils with additives or 2-stroke gasoline engine oils;
they don't have enough lubrication and may shorten the engine's service life.
. You must add the proper amount of oil before operating the
*
Model Number
Engine Oil Capacity
Engine oil recommended: SAE 10W-30.
Viscosity varies with regions and temperatures. Choose your
oil viscosity using the chart to the left.
* A small amount of oil from factory testing may be present on
arrival.
* Synthetic oil may be used after the 8 hour initial break-in
period. Using synthetic oil does not increase the recommended
oil change interval. Full synthetic 5W-30 oil will aid in starting in
cold temperatures <5ºC (41ºF).
Add oil
a.
b.
c.
d.
DS5000DX
20 fl. oz (0.6 L)
Make sure the generator is on a level surface.
Unscrew the oil filler/dipstick cap from the engine.
Using a funnel, add the appropriate amount of oil
into the crankcase. You will know the crankcase is
full when the oil level has reached the lower lip of
the opening you have just poured the oil into.
Replace the oil filler cap.
WARNING: Do not overfill the crankcase. This
may damage the motor and shorten the overall
life of your generator.
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